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Avalon Expression Review

What could be more romantic and luxurious than sailing on the Rhine, Main, and
Danube rivers in one of 66 gleaming new suites with a sliding panoramic window that can turn a
cabin into an open-air room? On the Avalon Expression, expect modern creature comforts
including complimentary use of an iPad, a fitness center, and a whirlpool. Passengers have a
choice of gastronomic or bistro dining, and biking excursions are available in Amsterdam and
Dürnstein, Austria, all standout features.

Rooms feature big-ship amenities such as hotel-quality beds, satellite TV,
floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors in most staterooms, and even some private balconies. Ships also
have Internet and fitness equipment. Cruises operates on the Rhine, Main, Danube, and Mosel rivers in
Germany. The company also offers French wine-country excursions on the Saône and Rhône rivers, as well
as Christmas-market cruises.

First-class escorted vacations include family-friendly activities and accommodations.
Check out faith-based travel theme voyages with escorted in-depth visits to the world’s most famous
religious sites and destinations. More off-the-beaten-path itineraries appear in 2013 including
Friesland in far north Holland and Central European capitals (Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest). Visit
iconic Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany on the 13-day magical journey from Munich to Basel, Switzerland.